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The Notorious Luxury Ship

When you think of “Titanic,” you likely picture the blockbuster film with Leonardo DiCaprio and Kate Winslet, directed by James Cameron, where the massive ship strikes an iceberg, breaks in two, and sinks into the sea.

While older generations are familiar with the real story, many young people may not realize that the Titanic was actually a luxurious 5-star hotel on the water, catering to some of the nation’s wealthiest individuals. Among them was John Jacob Astor, the ship’s richest passenger, who unfortunately did not survive the disaster. When his body was recovered, $2440 was found in his pocket. This picture shows one of the ship’s most luxurious cabins.